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Baseball’s 10th Man: Why Baserunning Wins Youth Games
Many youth baseball teams focus on hitting harder or throwing faster—but one of the biggest competitive advantages is often overlooked: baserunning.
In this episode, youth baseball coach and author Marty Schupak explains why baserunning can be the difference-maker for teams that may not look dominant on paper. Drawing from real coaching experience with 9–10-year-olds, Marty breaks down how smart, aggressive baserunning creates pressure, forces mistakes, and quietly changes games.
You’ll learn:
Why baserunning should be practiced—not just talked about
How baserunning improves focus and awareness between pitches
Why sliding (almost everywhere) matters, even when a player might be out
Why the fastest runner isn’t always the best baserunner
A simple drill (“Bounce and Run”) that teaches timing and decision-making
How 10–15 minutes of baserunning per practice can elevate an entire team
Baserunning doesn’t get headlines—but teams that train it gain a real edge. Done right, it becomes your 10th man on the field.
Marty Schupak is a longtime youth sports coach and the author of Tee Ball Myths & Solutions. His work focuses on helping parents and coaches teach the game the right way—less pressure, better fundamentals, and more fun for kids.
🔗 Visit: https://www.MartySchupak.com
📘 Book: Tee Ball Myths & Solutions (available on Amazon)
About the HostLearn More
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By Marty SchupakBaseball’s 10th Man: Why Baserunning Wins Youth Games
Many youth baseball teams focus on hitting harder or throwing faster—but one of the biggest competitive advantages is often overlooked: baserunning.
In this episode, youth baseball coach and author Marty Schupak explains why baserunning can be the difference-maker for teams that may not look dominant on paper. Drawing from real coaching experience with 9–10-year-olds, Marty breaks down how smart, aggressive baserunning creates pressure, forces mistakes, and quietly changes games.
You’ll learn:
Why baserunning should be practiced—not just talked about
How baserunning improves focus and awareness between pitches
Why sliding (almost everywhere) matters, even when a player might be out
Why the fastest runner isn’t always the best baserunner
A simple drill (“Bounce and Run”) that teaches timing and decision-making
How 10–15 minutes of baserunning per practice can elevate an entire team
Baserunning doesn’t get headlines—but teams that train it gain a real edge. Done right, it becomes your 10th man on the field.
Marty Schupak is a longtime youth sports coach and the author of Tee Ball Myths & Solutions. His work focuses on helping parents and coaches teach the game the right way—less pressure, better fundamentals, and more fun for kids.
🔗 Visit: https://www.MartySchupak.com
📘 Book: Tee Ball Myths & Solutions (available on Amazon)
About the HostLearn More